Residential Support Worker - Ofsted Registered Children's Home

SuperHiring; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Healthcare

24/7 GP Access

Career development

Company events

Free parking

Job summary

SuperHiring is looking for a compassionate Residential Support Worker for an Ofsted Registered Children’s Home in Eastbourne. You will help young people become more independent, provide therapeutic care, and work within a safe, structured environment that supports ASD, ADHD and learning disabilities.

Shifts cover day or night patterns in a 24/7 service. Experience with children or young people is preferred; Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare is desired, or willingness to complete.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people preferred.
• Genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to work within professional boundaries.
• A trauma informed and child centred approach.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare preferred or willingness to complete.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, consistent and therapeutic care to children and young people.
• Support the emotional, physical and psychological wellbeing of young people.
• Build positive, professional and consistent relationships while maintaining clear boundaries.
• Safeguard and promote welfare in line with legislation, Local Authority guidance and organisational policies.
• Deliver care in line with therapeutic models, PBS plans and individual care plans.
• Support young people to regulate emotions and develop appropriate behaviours.
• Promote independence, life skills and engagement in education and routines.
• Contribute to meaningful activities, trips and experiences for young people.
• Work collaboratively as part of a high performing residential team.
• Maintain accurate records, daily logs and incident reports.
• Contribute to handovers, team meetings and reflective practice.
• Support the maintenance of a safe, clean and homely environment.
• Administer medication in line with training and policy.
• Work flexibly across different homes within the service where required.

Skills

Communication skills

Emotional resilience

Trauma-informed approach

Relationship building

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Residential Support Worker - Ofsted Registered Children’s Home (BBBH317) Eastbourne, England

Salary: GBP13.82 - GBP17.29 per hour

Residential Support Worker - Ofsted Registered Children’s Residential Home

Job Title: Residential Support Worker
Pay: £13.82 - £17.29 per hour
Location: Eastbourne
Working Pattern: Day or Night Shifts Available

In this role you will help young people become more independent and grow personally through various enjoyable activities within a safe environment. This is a truly rewarding opportunity where you have a fulfilling chance to positively influence the lives of vulnerable children and young people who have experienced trauma, instability and adversity.

As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a vital role in creating a therapeutic, nurturing and structured environment where young people feel understood, supported and cared for within a Ofsted Registered Children’s Home in Eastbourne, which is rated "Good".

The home is a specialist residential children’s home supporting up to 4 young people aged 13 to 17 with learning disabilities and a range of complex and additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, epilepsy, global developmental delay, sensory processing difficulties, communication difficulties, PICA and behaviours that may challenge. Some young people may be non-verbal and use communication methods such as PECS, Makaton, visual supports and AAC devices.

Within this home, the young people are energetic, playful and love activities, therefore we are looking for compassionate, active and emotionally intelligent individuals who are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people.

What We Offer:

• Private Healthcare and 24/7 GP Access with Vitality
• Fully Funded Level 3 and Level 5 Qualifications
• Clear Career Pathways with Higher Salaries
• £40 per month Gym Membership Contributions / Fitness Classes
• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Packages
• Free Access to Flexible and Unlimited Therapeutic Support
• Birthday Paid Off
• Free or Subsidised Parking
• Enhanced Overtime Rates
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Free Meals on Every Shift including Snacks and Refreshments in Offices
• Blue Light Card Membership Included
• Company Sick Pay Policy (Above Statutory)
• Pension Scheme
• Frequent Company Events

About You:

• Experience working with children or young people (preferred)
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people
• Strong communication and relationship building skills
• Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• The ability to work within professional boundaries
• A trauma informed and child centred approach
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (preferred) or willingness to complete

Key Responsibilities:

As a Residential Support Worker you will:

• Provide safe, consistent and therapeutic care to children and young people
• Support the emotional, physical and psychological wellbeing of young people
• Build positive, professional and consistent relationships while maintaining clear boundaries
• Safeguard and promote welfare in line with legislation, Local Authority guidance and organisational policies
• Deliver care in line with therapeutic models, PBS plans and individual care plans
• Support young people to regulate emotions and develop appropriate behaviours
• Promote independence, life skills and engagement in education and routines
• Contribute to meaningful activities, trips and experiences for young people
• Work collaboratively as part of a high performing residential team
• Maintain accurate records, daily logs and incident reports
• Contribute to handovers, team meetings and reflective practice
• Support the maintenance of a safe, clean and homely environment
• Administer medication in line with training and policy
• Work flexibly across different homes within the service where required

This home operates a 24 hour, 365 day service. You have the choice of working Day Shifts or Night Shifts. The shift patterns are as follows:

Day Shifts

• 1 day on, 2 days off (rolling rota)
• 07:30am – 10:30pm (15 hour shifts)

Waking Night Shifts

• 2 nights on, 2 nights off (rolling rota)
• 10:00pm – 08:00am (10 hour shifts)

Safer Recruitment

All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, referencing and full safer recruitment procedures.